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About Belize
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Belize is an unspoiled, non-commercialized tropical paradise located directly south of Mexico, bordering on the warm Caribbean Sea. One of the wonderful things about Belize is that the country has remained 'undiscovered' by the mainstream travel industry, and therefore still retains its quaint beauty. Belize abounds with incredible natural resources.
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Its amazing variety of attractions include beautiful white sandy beaches, crystal clear turquoise waters (75-85 degrees), the largest barrier reef in the western hemisphere with an abundance of marine life, tropical rain forests and wildlife, mysterious underground rivers and caves, and an outstanding archaeological heritage of Maya temples and palaces.
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"Sunrise on Ambergris Caye, Belize." |
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Natural Features
of Belize
The island cayes (keys) are the most popular visitor destinations and renown for their natural beauty.
The natural features of Belize make it a paradise for SCUBA diving, snorkeling, sea kayaking, wind surfing, kite surfing, boating, sailing, bird watching, and fishing.
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Belize is one of the leading eco-tourism destinations with vast areas of untouched rain forest on the mainland containing a great variety of animal habitats - a haven for bird watchers.
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"Snorkel with nurse sharks and rays." |
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Weather in Belize
Belize is blessed with an incredibly beautiful year-round climate. It's warm, with the daytime temperatures in the low 80 degrees in the winter months and in the low 90 degrees in the summer months.
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Easterly trade winds blow most of the year, making even the warmest days pleasant along the cayes and coastal areas. Belize is tropical, and rain showers are generally short in duration followed by sunshine once again.
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"Belizean Shores boasts the largest and most beautiful pool on the island." |
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Belize's
Population
The populaton of approximately 250,000 is A wonderful mix of races and cultures. Come and experience the bountiful hospitality of the people of belize and see why so many guests return year after year. You'll be ready to come back too.
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Language in Belize
Belize, formerly a British colony, is an English speaking country! Aside from English, if you speak Spanish, Creole, or Mayan, you will encounter people happily ready to converse.
Electrical
Power
Belize uses the same voltage as the United States, 110 Volts/60 Cycles.
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"A great way to spend a day
on the Caribbean." |
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Money in Belize
It's easy to figure out how much money you're spending in Belize. The Belizean Dollar is exchanged at 2:1 to the US dollar. There are A few ATMs around the country.
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Credit Cards
VISA and Mastercard are widely accepted usually with a small surcharge to cover bank fees.
Taxes & Service Charges
Government hotel tax 9% (some hotels add a 10% service charge). Airport Departure Tax U.S. $35.00
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"Stay cool while sipping a cool drink at
the Belizean Shores Resort pool bar." |
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Transportation
in Belize
On the cayes, most people walk, ride bikes, travel by taxi, golf cart, or by boat. Water taxis run regularly, and bikes and golf carts are available for rent. On the mainland of Belize, in addition to good taxi service, there are regularly scheduled buses and car rental agencies.
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Please feel free to call or email our office with any questions you may have.
U.S. Telephone: 1-800-319-9026
or E-mail Us
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"Relax in the Belizean Shores Resort
pool and Jacuzzi."
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